1973 Mercury Comet vs. 2009 Peugeot 407
To start off, 2009 Peugeot 407 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Peugeot 407 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Peugeot 407 (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 407 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mercury Comet weights approximately 16 kg more than 2009 Peugeot 407.
Because 1973 Mercury Comet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Peugeot 407, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 Peugeot 407 (290 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2009 Peugeot 407 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Mercury Comet | 2009 Peugeot 407 | |
Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
Model | Comet | 407 |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2946 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 179 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1204 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |